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2. An employer, owner or constructor may vary a procedure required by this Regulation or the composition, design, size or arrangement of a material, object, device or thing as required by this Regulation, (a) if the procedure, composition, design, size or arrangement as varied affords protection for the health and safety of workers that is at least equal to the protection that would otherwise be given; and (b) if the employer, owner or constructor gives written notice of the varied procedure, composition, design, size or arrangement to the joint health and safety committee or the health and safety representative, if any, for the workplace and to any trade union representing workers at the workplace. O. Reg. 186/19, s. 2. Application
3. This Regulation applies to all industrial establishments.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 3. PART I   SAFETY REGULATIONS
4. (1) Subject to subsection (2), the minimum age of, (a) a worker; or (b) a person who is permitted to be in or about an industrial establishment, shall be, (c) sixteen years of age in a logging operation; (d) fifteen years of age in a factory other than a logging operation; and (e) fourteen years of age in a workplace other than a factory.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 4 (1). (2) Clause (1) (b) does not apply to a person who, (a) while in the industrial establishment, is accompanied by a person who has attained the age of majority; (b) is being guided on a tour of the industrial establishment; (c) is in an area of the industrial establishment used for sales purposes; or (d) is in an area of the industrial establishment to which the public generally has access.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 4 (2). (3) Clauses (1) (d) and (e) do not apply with respect to a worker who works as a performer in the entertainment and advertising industry.  O. Reg. 179/07, s. 1. (4) In subsection (3), “entertainment and advertising industry” means the industry of producing, (a) live or broadcast performances, or (b) visual, audio or audio-visual recordings of performances, in any medium or format; (“industrie du spectacle et de la publicité”) “performance” means a performance of any kind, including theatre, dance, ice skating, comedy, musical productions, variety, circus, concerts, opera, modelling and voice-overs, and “performer” has a corresponding meaning. (“representation”)  O. Reg. 179/07, s. 1.
5.-6. Revoked: O. Reg. 421/21, s. 1. Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews
8. Revoked:  O. Reg. 450/97, s. 3. Fees and Forms
9. The fee for each copy of a report or each copy of an order furnished under section 64 of the Act is $500.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 9.
10. Revoked: O. Reg. 60/18, s. 2. Premises
11. A floor or other surface used by any worker shall, (a) be kept free of, (i) obstructions, (ii) hazards, and (iii) accumulations of refuse, snow or ice; and (b) not have any finish or protective material used on it that is likely to make the surface slippery.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 11.
12. Clearances between a moving part of any machine or any material carried by the moving part of the machine and any other machine, structure or thing shall be adequate to ensure that the safety of any worker in the area is not endangered.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 12.
13. (1) Subject to subsection (2), there shall be a guardrail, (a) around the perimeter of an uncovered opening in a floor, roof or other surface to which a worker has access; (b) at an open side of, (i) a raised floor, mezzanine, balcony, gallery, landing, platform, walkway, stile, ramp or other surface, or (ii) a vat, bin or tank, the top of which is less than 107 centimetres above the surrounding floor, ground, platform or other surface; and (c) around a machine, electrical installation, place or thing that is likely to endanger the safety of any worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 13 (1). (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to, (a) a loading dock; (b) a roof to which access is required only for maintenance purposes; (c) a pit used for, (i) work on an assembly line, or (ii) maintenance of vehicles or similar equipment; and (d) a conveyor or similar system that transports a vehicle or vehicle part, and any raised platform used with the conveyor or similar system, if a guardrail would, (i) obstruct the passage of the vehicle or vehicle part, (ii) prevent a worker from performing work, or (iii) pose a hazard to a worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 13 (2); O. Reg. 456/18, s. 1 (1). (3) If there is no guardrail in a situation described in subsection (2), an employer shall develop and implement other measures and procedures to protect workers from the hazard of falling. O. Reg. 456/18, s. 1 (2).
14. (1) A guardrail shall, (a) have a top rail located not less than 91 and not more than 107 centimetres above the surface to be guarded; (b) have a mid rail; (c) if tools or other objects may fall on a worker, have a toe-board that extends from the surface to be guarded to a height of at least 125 millimetres; and (d) be free of splinters and protruding nails.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 14 (1). (2) A guardrail shall be constructed to meet the structural requirements for guards as set out in the Building Code.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 14 (2).
15. A cover on an opening in a floor, roof or other surface shall be, (a) secured in place; and (b) constructed to meet the structural requirements for loads due to the use of floors and roofs as set out in the Building Code.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 15.
16. A door, (a) located or arranged so that it could be mistaken for an exit door; or (b) leading to a hazardous, restricted or unsafe area, shall be identified by a warning sign posted on it.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 16.
17. A fixed walkway, service stair or stile shall be at least fifty-five centimetres in width.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 17.
18. (1) Subject to subsection (2), an access ladder fixed in position shall, (a) be vertical; (b) have rest platforms at not more than nine metre intervals; (c) be offset at each rest platform; (d) where the ladder extends over five metres, above grade, floor or landing, have a safety cage commencing not more than 2.2 metres above grade, floor or landing and continuing at least ninety centimetres above the top landing with openings to permit access by a worker to rest platforms or to the top landing; (e) have side rails that extend ninety centimetres above the landing; and (f) have rungs which are at least fifteen centimetres from the wall and spaced at regular intervals.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 18 (1); O. Reg. 420/10, s. 4. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to an access ladder on a tower, water tank, chimney or similar structure which has a safety device which will provide protection should a worker using the ladder fall.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 18 (2).
19. Where frequent access is required to equipment elevated above or located below floor level, permanent platforms shall be provided with access by a fixed, (a) stair; or (b) access ladder.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 19.
20. Barriers, warning signs or other safeguards for the protection of all workers in an area shall be used where vehicle or pedestrian traffic may endanger the safety of any worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 20. Lighting
21. Where natural lighting is inadequate to ensure the safety of any worker, artificial lighting shall be provided and shadows and glare shall be reduced to a minimum.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 21. Fire Prevention — Protection
22. (1) Subject to subsections (2), (3) and (4), where not required for immediate use, flammable liquids shall be, (a) in sealed containers; and (b) located, (i) outdoors and remote from any means of egress, (ii) in a building not used for any other purpose, or (iii) in a room, (A) separated from the rest of the building with partitions having, 1. at least a one-hour fire-resistance rating, and 2. self-closing doors, hinged to swing outwardly on their vertical axes, (B) equipped with, 1. a
drain connected to a dry sump or holding tank, and 2. liquid-tight seals between interior walls and floor and a liquid-tight ramped sill at any  door opening, which is not in an exterior wall, and (C) having natural ventilation to the outdoors by upper and lower exterior wall gravity louvres.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 22 (1); O. Reg. 420/10, s. 5. (2) Where not required for immediate use, flammable liquids, (a) in opened containers; or (b) having a flash point below 22.8° Celsius and a boiling point below 37.8° Celsius, shall, (c) comply with the requirements of clause (1) (b); (d) be stored in facilities having no potential source of ignition; and (e) when located in a room, be located in a room equipped with, (i) explosion venting to the outdoors, and (ii) a spark resistant floor.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 22 (2). (3) A maximum of 235 litres of flammable liquids may be stored, (a) in sealed containers of not more than twenty-three litre capacity each; or (b) in a metal cabinet of double walled construction with a 3-point door latch and a liquid-tight door sill raised at least fifty millimetres above the floor.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 22 (3). (4) An area where flammable liquids are dispensed shall have, (a) mechanical ventilation from floor level to the outdoors at the rate of eighteen cubic metres per hour per square metre of floor area; and (b) containers and dispensing equipment bonded and grounded when flammable liquid is dispensed. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 22 (4).
23. A portable container used for dispensing flammable liquid in a work area shall be made of material suitable to provide for the safety of all workers and have, (a) a spring-loaded cap; and (b) a flame arrestor.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 23. Machine Guarding
24. Where a machine or prime mover or transmission equipment has an exposed moving part that may endanger the safety of any worker, the machine or prime mover or transmission equipment shall be equipped with and guarded by a guard or other device that prevents access to the moving part.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 24.
25. An in-running nip hazard or any part of a machine, device or thing that may endanger the safety of any worker shall be equipped with and guarded by a guard or other device that prevents access to the pinch point.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 25.
26. A machine shall be shielded or guarded so that the product, material being processed or waste stock will not endanger the safety of any worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 26.
27. An emergency stop control on a power-driven machine shall, (a) be conspicuously identified; and (b) be located within easy reach of the operator.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 27.
28. An operating control that acts as a guard for a machine not otherwise guarded shall, (a) be in a location where the safety of the operator is not endangered by moving machinery; (b) be arranged so that it cannot be operated accidentally; and (c) not be made ineffective by a tie-down device or other means.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 28.
29. A grinding wheel shall be, (a) marked with the maximum speed at which it may be used; (b) checked for defects before mounting; (c) mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications; (d) operated at a speed which does not exceed the manufacturer’s recommendations; (e) provided with protective hoods that enclose the wheel as closely as the work will permit; (f) operated only by workers protected by eye protection; and (g) stored where it will not be subjected to, (i) extreme heat or cold, or (ii) damage from impact.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 29.
30. A work rest for a grinding wheel shall, (a) have a maximum clearance of three millimetres from the grinding wheel; (b) be in a position above the centre line of the grinding wheel; and (c) not be adjusted while the grinding wheel is in motion.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 30.
31. A centrifugal extractor, separator or dryer shall have an interlocking device that will prevent, (a) any lid or covering guard from being opened or removed while the rotating drum or basket is in motion; and (b) the starting of the drum or basket while the lid or covering guard is open or removed.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 31.
32. A tumbling mill or tumbling dryer shall have a locking device which prevents any movement of the mill or dryer that may endanger any worker during loading or unloading.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 32.
33. Portions of conveyors or other moving machinery that are not visible from the control station, and where starting up may endanger any worker, shall be equipped with automatic start-up warning devices.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 33.
34. Guards shall be provided beneath conveyors, (a) that pass over any worker; or (b) from which falling material, including broken conveyor parts, may be a hazard to any worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 34.
35. Overhead protection shall be provided where falling material may endanger any worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 35.
37. An explosive load for an explosive actuated fastening tool shall, (a) be so marked or labelled that the operator can readily identify its strength; (b) not be stored in a container where an explosive load of a different strength is stored; (c) not be left unattended where it may be available to a person other than a worker having the qualifications set out in subclause 36 (1) (k) (i); and (d) when not in use, be stored in a locked container.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 37.
38. A hand-held nailing gun or similar tool shall be, (a) capable of being operated only when in contact with the work surface; and (b) operated only, (i) by a competent person, and (ii) when the operator is wearing eye protection.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 38.
39. A chain saw shall, (a) have, (i) a chain that minimizes the possibility of a kickback, and (ii) a device which will effectively stop the chain in the event of a kickback; (b) be in safe operating condition; (c) when being started, be held firmly; (d) when being used, be held firmly by both hands; and (e) have the chain stopped when not actually cutting.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 39.
40. Electrical equipment, insulating materials and conductors shall be, (a) suitable for their use; and (b) certified by, (i) the Canadian Standards Association, or (ii) the Electrical Safety Authority, as defined in the Electricity Act, 1998.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 40; O. Reg. 144/99, s. 2; O. Reg. 420/10, s. 6.
41. The entrance to a room or similar enclosure containing exposed live electrical parts shall have a conspicuous sign, warning of the danger, and forbidding entry by unauthorized persons.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 41.
42. (1) The power supply to electrical installations, equipment or conductors shall be disconnected, locked out of service and tagged before any work is done, and while it is being done, on or near live exposed parts of the installations, equipment or conductors.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1. (2) Before beginning the work, each worker shall determine if the requirements of subsection (1) have been complied with.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1. (3) Locking out is not required, (a) if the conductors are adequately grounded with a visible grounding mechanism; or (b) if the voltage is less than 300 volts and there is no locking device for the circuit breakers or fuses and procedures are in place adequate to ensure that the circuit is not inadvertently energized.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1. (4) If locking out is not required for the reason set out in clause (3) (b), the employer shall ensure that the procedures required by that clause are carried out.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1. (5) If more than one worker is involved in the work referred to in subsection (1), the worker who disconnected and locked out the power supply shall communicate the purpose and status of the disconnecting and locking out.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1. (6) If a tag is used as a means of communication, the tag, (a) shall be made of non-conducting material; (b) shall be secured to prevent its inadvertent removal; (c) shall be placed in a conspicuous location; (d) shall state the reason the switch is disconnected and locked out; (e) shall show the name of the worker who disconnected and locked out the switch; and (f) shall show the date on which the switch was disconnected and locked out.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1. (7) The employer shall establish and implement written procedures for compliance with this section.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1.
42.1 (1) This section applies and section 42 does not apply if it is not practical to disconnect electrical installations, equipment or conductors from the power supply before working on, or near, live exposed parts of the installations, equipment or conductors.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1. (2) The worker shall use rubber gloves, mats, shields and other protective equipment and procedures adequate to ensure protection from electrical shock and burns while performing the work.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1. (3) If the installation, equipment or conductor is operating at a nominal voltage of 300 volts or more, a suitably equipped competent person who is able to recognize the hazards and perform rescue operations, including artificial respiration, shall be available and able to see the worker who is performing the work.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1. (4) Subsection (3) does not apply to equipment testing and trouble-shooting operations.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 1.
42.2 Work performed on electrical transmission systems or outdoor distribution systems rated at more than 750 volts shall be performed in accordance with the document entitled “Electrical Utility Safety Rules”, published by the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association and revised in 2019. O. Reg. 60/18, s. 3; O. Reg. 186/19, s. 3.
43. Tools and other equipment that are capable of conducting electricity and endangering the safety of any worker shall not be used in such proximity to any live electrical installation or equipment that they might make electrical contact with the live conductor.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 43.
44. (1) Cord-connected electrical equipment and tools shall have a casing that is adequately grounded.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 2. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to cord-connected electrical equipment or tools that are adequately double-insulated and whose insulated casing shows no evidence of cracks or defects.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 2. (3) Subsection (1) does not apply to a portable electrical generator in which the electrical equipment or tools are not exposed to an external electric power source if the casing of portable electrical equipment or tools connected to the generator is bonded to a non-current-carrying part of the generator.  O. Reg. 420/10, s. 7.
44.1 When used outdoors or in wet locations, portable electrical tools shall be protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter installed at the receptacle or on the circuit at the panel.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 2.
44.2 A ground fault that may pose a hazard shall be investigated and removed without delay.  O. Reg. 630/94, s. 2. Material Handling
45. Material, articles or things, (a) required to be lifted, carried or moved, shall be lifted, carried or moved in such a way and with such precautions and safeguards, including protective clothing, guards or other precautions as will ensure that the lifting, carrying or moving of the material, articles or things does not endanger the safety of any worker; (b) shall be transported, placed or stored so that the material, articles or things, (i) will not tip, collapse or fall, and (ii) can be removed or withdrawn without endangering the safety of any worker; and (c) to be removed from a storage area, pile or rack, shall be removed in a manner that will not endanger the safety of any worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 45.
46. Machinery, equipment or material that may tip or fall and endanger any worker shall be secured against tipping or falling.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 46.
47. Cylindrical objects stored on their side shall be piled symmetrically with each unit in the bottom row chocked or wedged to prevent motion.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 47.
48. Barrels, drums or kegs that are piled on their ends shall have two parallel planks placed on top of each row before another row is added.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 48.
49. A storage cylinder for compressed gas shall, (a) have a valve connection that prevents an inadvertent connection which would result in a hazardous mixture of gases; (b) be secured in position during transportation, storage or use; (c) have the valve protection cap in position when the cylinder is not in use; (d) when containing acetylene, be in an upright position; and (e) be protected from physical damage.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 49.
50. A silo, bin, hopper, structure, container or thing that is not a confined space as defined in Ontario Regulation 632/05 (Confined Spaces) made under the Act and that is used for storing or containing bulk material may be entered only where, (a) the supply of material thereto is stopped and precautions are taken that will prevent any further supply; (b) the worker entering is wearing a safety harness or other similar equipment attached to a rope or lifeline such that the worker shall not be endangered by any collapse or shifting of material in the silo, bin, hopper, structure, container or thing; and (c) at least one other worker equipped with a suitable alarm and capable of rendering any necessary assistance is keeping watch nearby.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 50; O. Reg. 629/05, s. 3; O. Reg. 98/11, s. 1.
51. (1) A lifting device shall, (a) be so constructed, of such strength and be equipped with suitable ropes, chains, slings and other fittings so as to adequately ensure the safety of all workers; (b) be thoroughly examined by a competent person to determine its capability of handling the maximum load as rated, (i) prior to being used for the first time, and (ii) thereafter as often as necessary but not less frequently than recommended by the manufacturer and in any case, at least once a year, and a record shall be kept, signed by the competent person doing the examination; (c) be plainly marked with sufficient information so as to enable the operator of the device to determine the maximum rated load that the device is capable of lifting under any operating condition; (d) have a cab, screen, canopy guard or other adequate protection for the operator where the operator may be exposed to the hazard of falling material; and (e) when it is a pneumatic or hydraulic hoist, have controls that automatically return to their neutral position when released.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 51 (1); O. Reg. 420/10, s. 8 (1); O. Reg. 421/21, s. 2 (1). (1.1) Where a record is required to be kept under clause (1) (b), it shall be kept for, (a) a period of at least one year; or (b) such longer period as is necessary to ensure that at least the two most recent records are kept. O. Reg. 421/21, s. 2 (2). (2) A lifting device shall be operated, (a) only by, (i) a competent person, or (ii) a worker being instructed who is accompanied by a competent person; and (b) in such a way that, (i) no part of the load passes over any worker, (ii) where a worker may be endangered by the rotation or uncontrolled motion of a load, one or more guide ropes is used to prevent rotation or other uncontrolled motion, and (iii) subject to subsection (3), when its load is in a raised position the controls are attended by an operator.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 51 (2). (3) Subclause (2) (b) (iii) does not apply to, (a) a hydraulic hoist that supports the load from below and is fixed in one location; and (b) an assembly line hoist temporarily unattended during a stoppage of the assembly line.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 51 (3). (4) Hoisting controls operated from other than a cab or cage shall, (a) be located so that they can be operated at a safe distance from a load being lifted; and (b) automatically return to their neutral position when released.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 51 (4). (5) Where a lifting device is equipped with one or more limit switches, (a) each limit switch shall automatically cut off the power and apply the brake when the limit is reached; and (b) no limit switch shall be used as an operating control unless, (i) the limit switch is designed for such use, and (ii) the lifting device has a second limit switch in addition to the control limit switch.  O. Reg. 420/10, s. 8 (2).
52. A crane, lift truck or similar equipment shall be used to support, raise or lower a worker only when, (a) the worker is on a platform, (i) equipped with adequate safety devices that will automatically prevent the platform and load from falling if the platform’s normal support fails, (ii) suspended from a boom that does not move, and the person is attached to a separate lifeline suspended from the boom or a fixed support capable of supporting at least four times the weight of the worker, or (iii) attached to a mast or boom which, (A) is hydraulically or pneumatically operated, and (B) is equipped with a safety device that will prevent free fall of the platform in the event of a pressure line failure; (b) where the equipment is not designed for the specific purpose of hoisting personnel, the load applied to the crane, lift truck or similar equipment is less than one half the maximum rated load; (c) the platform has a sign indicating the load that may be applied to the crane, lift truck or similar equipment under clause (b); (d) where controls are provided at more than one location, (i) each control station is provided with means whereby the operator can shut off power to the equipment, and (ii) interlocks have been provided so that only one station can be operative at any time; and (e) except when the controls are operated from the platform, the controls are attended and operated by another worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 52; O. Reg. 420/10, s. 9.
53. Where a travelling crane is operated on a crane runway, there shall be, (a) rail stops or bumpers extending at least as high as the centre of the wheels at both ends of the crane runway; and (b) where applicable, similar rail stops at the ends of the crane bridge.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 53.
54. (1) Mobile equipment shall, (a) when lighting conditions are such that its operation may be hazardous, have head lights and tail lights that provide adequate illumination; (b) when exposed to the hazard of falling material, have a screen or canopy guard adequate to protect the operator; (c) be used to transport a person, other than the operator, only when that worker is seated in a permanently installed seat; and (d) subject to subsection (2), be operated only by a competent person. (2) Clause (1) (d) does not apply to mobile equipment operated by a worker while the worker is being instructed and accompanied by a competent person.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 54.
55. A vehicle used to transport structural steel, logs or similar loads shall have a bulkhead between the operator’s cab and the load that is reasonably capable of resisting any impact caused by the shifting of the load under emergency stop conditions.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 55.
56. Where the operator of a vehicle, mobile equipment, crane or similar material handling equipment does not have a full view of the intended path of travel of the vehicle, mobile equipment, crane or similar material handling equipment or its load, the vehicle, mobile equipment, crane or similar material handling equipment shall only be operated as directed by a signaller who is a competent person and who is stationed, (a) in full view of the operator; (b) with a full view of the intended path of travel of the vehicle, mobile equipment, crane or similar material handling equipment and its load; and (c) clear of the intended path of travel of the vehicle, mobile equipment, crane or similar material handling equipment and its load.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 56.
57. A vehicle left unattended shall be immobilized and secured against accidental movement.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 57.
58. Powered equipment shall not be left unattended unless forks, buckets, blades and similar parts are in the lowered position or solidly supported.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 58.
59. Except for the purpose of a test of the material handling equipment, no material handling equipment shall be loaded in excess of its maximum rated load.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 59.
60. (1) Except as prescribed by section 42.2, where a vehicle, crane or similar equipment is operated near a live power line carrying electricity at more than 750 volts, every part of the equipment shall be kept at least the minimum distance from the live power line set out in Column 2 of the Table for the particular voltage set out opposite thereto in Column 1 of the Table: TABLE Minimum distance from live power lines for electricity 

  Column 1   Column 2 

  Voltage of live power line   Minimum Distance 

  750 to 150,000 volts   3 metres 

  150,001 to 250,000 volts   4.5 metres 

  250,001 volts and over   6 metres R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 60 (1); O. Reg. 630/94, s. 3 (1). (2) Subject to section 42.2, where a vehicle, crane or similar equipment is operated near a live power line, and it is possible for any part of the vehicle, crane or similar equipment or its load to make contact with the live power line, (a) a worker shall be stationed within the view of the operator to warn the operator when any part of the equipment is approaching the minimum distance from the live power line; and (b) clearance shall be allowed for any change in boom angle and for any swing of the hoisting cable and load.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 60 (2); O. Reg. 630/94, s. 3 (2).
61. Gasoline engines on mobile or portable equipment shall be refuelled, (a) outdoors; (b) with the engine on the equipment stopped; (c) with no source of ignition, within three metres of the dispensing point; and (d) with an allowance made for expansion of the fuel should the equipment be exposed to a higher ambient temperature.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 61.
62. (1) Subject to subsection (2), a piping system containing a substance which, because of its toxicity, temperature, pressure, flammability or other property, is hazardous, shall have its contents and direction of flow positively identified, (a) at valves and fittings; (b) where a pipe passes through a wall or floor; and (c) where circumstances may make such contents or direction of flow doubtful.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 62 (1); O. Reg. 420/10, s. 10. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a piping system in a petro-chemical plant where processing and maintenance are carried out by a competent person under controlled conditions so as to provide for the protection of all workers.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 62 (2).
63. A process that is likely to produce a gas, vapour, dust or fume, to such an extent as to be capable of forming an explosive mixture with air shall be carried out in an area which has provision for safe disposal by burning under controlled conditions or in an area which, (a) is isolated from other operations; (b) has a system of ventilation adequate to ensure that the gas, vapour, dust or fume does not reach a hazardous concentration; (c) has no potential sources of ignition; (d) has provision for explosion venting; and (e) has, where applicable, baffles, chokes or dampers to reduce the effects of any explosion.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 63.
64. Where the hazard of a dust explosion may be created by the entry of foreign particles into equipment, the equipment shall have separators which prevent such entry.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 64.
65. (1) Subject to subsection (2), a collector that collects aluminum, magnesium or other fine dust of an easily ignitable nature shall be located, (a) outdoors; or (b) in a room used solely for the housing of dust-collecting equipment which is, (i) separated from the rest of the building by a dust-tight partition having a minimum fire-resistance rating of one hour, and (ii) constructed to provide explosion venting to the outdoors. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a collector, (a) that uses an inert liquid as a medium to collect dust; (b) that is used for a wood-working operation other than wood flour manufacturing and having less than 0.47 cubic metres per second capacity; (c) that will safely contain explosions; or (d) that will resist explosions and is equipped with effective explosion venting to the outdoors.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 65.
66. A compressed air or other compressed gas blowing device shall not be used for blowing dust or other substances, (a) from clothing worn by a worker except where the device limits increase in pressure when the nozzle is blocked; or (b) in such a manner as to endanger the safety of any worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 66.
67.-71. Revoked:  O. Reg. 629/05, s. 4. Maintenance and Repairs
72. (1) Where a structure is damaged to the extent that a collapse of the structure or any part of the structure is likely to occur and cause injury to a worker, (a) the structure shall be braced and shored to prevent the collapse of the structure; or (b) effective safeguards shall be provided to prevent access to the area.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 72 (1). (2) The bracing and shoring or other safeguards prescribed by subsection (1) shall be installed progressively to ensure that a worker installing the bracing and shoring or other safeguards is not in danger.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 72 (2).
73. A portable ladder shall, (a) be free from broken or loose members or other faults; (b) have non-slip feet; (c) be placed on a firm footing; (d) where it, (i) exceeds six metres in length and is not securely fastened, or (ii) is likely to be endangered by traffic, be held in place by one or more workers while being used; and (e) when not securely fastened, be inclined so that the horizontal distance from the top support to the foot of the ladder is not less than 1/4 and not more than 1/3 of the length of the ladder.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 73.
74. Machinery, equipment or material that is temporarily elevated and under which a worker may pass or work shall be securely and solidly blocked to prevent the machinery, equipment or material from falling or moving.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 74.
75. A part of a machine, transmission machinery, device or thing shall be cleaned, oiled, adjusted, repaired or have maintenance work performed on it only when, (a) motion that may endanger a worker has stopped; and (b) any part that has been stopped and that may subsequently move and endanger a worker has been blocked to prevent its movement.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 75.
76. Where the starting of a machine, transmission machinery, device or thing may endanger the safety of a worker, (a) control switches or other control mechanisms shall be locked out; and (b) other effective precautions necessary to prevent any starting shall be taken.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 76; O. Reg. 230/95, s. 1.
77. Safety chains, cages or other protection against blown-off side or lock rings shall be used when inflating a tire mounted on a rim.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 77.
78. (1) Subject to subsection (2), where repairs or alterations are to be made on a drum, tank, pipeline or other container, the drum, tank, pipeline or other container shall, (a) have internal pressures adjusted to atmospheric pressure before any fastening is removed; (b) be drained and cleaned or otherwise rendered free from any explosive, flammable or harmful substance; and (c) not be refilled while there is any risk of vaporising or igniting the substance that is being placed in the drum, tank, pipeline or other container.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 78 (1); O. Reg. 420/10, s. 11. (2) Clauses (1) (a) and (b) do not apply to a pipeline where hot-tapping and boxing-in are carried out by a competent person under controlled conditions so as to provide for the protection of all workers.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 78 (2). Protective Equipment
79. A worker required to wear or use any protective clothing, equipment or device shall be instructed and trained in its care and use before wearing or using the protective clothing, equipment or device.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 79; O. Reg. 420/10, s. 12.
80. A worker exposed to the hazard of head injury shall wear head protection appropriate in the circumstances.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 80.
81. A worker exposed to the hazard of eye injury shall wear eye protection appropriate in the circumstances.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 81; O. Reg. 420/10, s. 13.
82. A worker exposed to the hazard of foot injury shall wear foot protection appropriate in the circumstances.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 82.
83. (1) Long hair shall be suitably confined to prevent entanglement with any rotating shaft, spindle, gear, belt or other source of entanglement. (2) Jewellery or clothing that is loose or dangling or rings shall not be worn near any rotating shaft, spindle, gear, belt or other source of entanglement.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 83.
84. A worker exposed to the hazard of injury from contact of the worker’s skin with, (a) a noxious gas, liquid, fume or dust; (b) a sharp or jagged object which may puncture, cut or abrade the worker’s skin; (c) a hot object, hot liquid or molten metal; or (d) radiant heat, shall be protected by, (e) wearing apparel sufficient to protect the worker from injury; or (f) a shield, screen or similar barrier, appropriate in the circumstances.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 84.
85. Where a worker is exposed to the hazard of falling and the surface to which he or she might fall is more than three metres below the position where he or she is situated, (a) the worker shall wear a serviceable safety belt or harness and lifeline that is adequately secured to a fixed support and so arranged that the worker cannot fall freely for a vertical distance of more than 1.5 metres; and (b) the fall arrest system described in clause (a) shall, (i) have sufficient capacity to absorb twice the energy and twice the load that under the circumstances of its use may be transmitted to it, and (ii) be equipped with a shock absorber or other devices to limit the maximum arresting force to 8.0 kilonewtons to the worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 85; O. Reg. 420/10, s. 14.
86. Where a worker is exposed to the hazard of falling into liquid that is of sufficient depth for a life jacket or other personal flotation device to be effective as protection from the risk of drowning, there shall be an alarm system and rescue equipment, appropriate in the circumstances, to ensure the worker’s rescue from the liquid and, (a) the worker shall wear a life jacket or other personal flotation device that is appropriate in the circumstances; or (b) the employer shall develop and implement written measures and procedures to prevent the worker from drowning. O. Reg. 186/19, s. 4. Molten Material
87. Sections 87.1 to 87.6 apply to foundries.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2.
87.1 An employer who is required to develop and implement measures and procedures under sections 87.2 to 87.6 shall consult with the committee or health and safety representative, if any, in the development of the measures and procedures.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2.
87.2 (1) Every employer shall develop and implement measures and procedures to prevent molten material from coming into contact with damp, rusty or cold surfaces, moisture or water, or other substances, if the contact might endanger the health or safety of workers. (2) A worker shall work in compliance with the measures and procedures developed under subsection (1). (3) The employer shall ensure that a device used to contain molten material is, (a) examined immediately before each use; and (b) not used if found to be defective or contaminated by a substance that, on contact with molten material, might endanger the health or safety of workers.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2.
87.3 (1) In this section, “spillage” refers to the spillage of molten material that could endanger the health or safety of workers.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2. (2) The employer shall use engineering controls, to the fullest extent that is reasonably possible in the circumstances, to prevent spillage.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2. (3) If spillage cannot be prevented by the use of engineering controls alone, the employer shall also develop and implement other measures and procedures to be used in combination with the engineering controls to prevent spillage.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2. (4) If the use of engineering controls is not reasonably possible in the circumstances, the employer shall develop and implement other measures and procedures to prevent spillage.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2. (5) The measures and procedures referred to in subsections (3) and (4) may include the use of personal protective equipment and the exclusion of workers from locations where they might be exposed to spillage.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2.
87.4 The employer shall provide adequate means of egress from all locations where workers may be exposed to molten material.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2.
87.5 (1) Subsections (2) to (4) apply to a location if the following conditions are met: 1. The location is a runout, pouring or moulding pit or other working space that is, i. more than 60 centimetres below the adjacent floor level, or ii. surrounded by a wall that is more than 60 centimetres high and that a person must pass over to leave the working space. 2. The location was constructed or altered after May 1, 1995. 3. Workers may be exposed to molten material at the location.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2. (2) Egress shall be provided by means of doorways, ramps or stairs of non-combustible material.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2. (3) Egress ramps and stairs shall be made of slip-resistant material.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2. (4) If the location is more than 15 square metres in area, or if any point within the location is more than 5 metres from an egress doorway, ramp or stair, (a) at least two doorways, ramps or stairs shall be provided, situated at a distance from each other that is at least three-quarters of the greatest diagonal dimension of the location, measured on the horizontal plane; and (b) a doorway, ramp or stair shall be provided within 25 metres of any point within the location.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2.
87.6 The employer shall develop and implement measures and procedures for communicating to workers the existence of emergency situations relating to molten material.  O. Reg. 230/95, s. 2.
88. (1) A clear space adequate for safe operating and maintenance purposes shall be provided between the outer shell of any cupola or other melting unit and any wall, structure, equipment or operation.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 88 (1). (2) Subject to subsection (5), the width of any passageway or aisle adjacent to a melting unit shall not be less than 1.2 metres.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 88 (2). (3) The firing portion and fuel supply controls of each melting unit shall be accessible from an aisle or be in a location remote from a melting unit.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 88 (3). (4) Subject to subsection (5), the dimensions of the working space at any melting unit shall not be less than 1.8 metres measured horizontally from the furnace shell or pouring spout or such additional clearance as is required for safe working.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 88 (4). (5) Subsections (2) and (4) do not apply to a melting unit installed before the 31st day of July, 1964.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 88 (5).
89. Permanent gangways shall be clearly marked.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 89.
90. (1) Subject to subsections (2) and (3), where molten metal is conveyed, the minimum width of a gangway for one-way traffic shall be as specified in the following Table: TABLE Type of Metal Container   Number of Workers Conveying Metal   Minimum Width 

  Hand shank ladles and crucibles   2 or less   90 centimetres 

  Hand shank ladles and crucibles   More than 2   120 centimetres 

  Ladle or crucible on truck, buggy or overhead track   Not applicable   60 centimetres wider than greatest width of ladle, crucible, truck, buggy or container support R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 90 (1); O. Reg. 60/18, s. 4. (2) Where a gangway is used for traffic in both directions but molten metal is conveyed in one direction only, the width required by subsection (1) shall be increased by at least ninety centimetres.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 90 (2). (3) Where a gangway is used for carrying molten metal in both directions, the width required by subsection (1) shall be doubled.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 90 (3). (4) Where a ladle is carried by an overhead crane, (a) adequate warning shall be given before the ladle is moved; and (b) the danger area over which it is transported shall be clear of any worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 90 (4).
91. Where a hand shank ladle or crucible is used to pour metal, the minimum width of a pouring aisle shall be as specified in the following Table: TABLE Height of Mould Above Aisle Level   Number of Workers Allocated to the Pouring Operation   Minimum Width of a Pouring Aisle 

  Less than 50 centimetres   Not more than 2   40 centimetres 

  50 centimetres or greater   Not more than 2   60 centimetres 

  Any height   More than 2   90 centimetres R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 91; O. Reg. 420/10, s. 15.
92. Where molten metal is poured from a crane, trolley or truck ladle, the minimum width of a pouring aisle shall not be less than thirty centimetres greater than the greatest width of the ladle equipment, except where a bottom-pour ladle is used, in which case the aisle width shall be ninety centimetres or more.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 92.
93. Where a worker is engaged in the handling of molten metal, gaiter-type boots shall be worn together with leggings or other protective clothing such that the tops of the boots are overlapped to protect the worker from injury due to molten metal.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 93.
94. A tilting ladle for molten metal shall be secured against accidental overturning.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 94.
95. A cupola shall have, (a) legs and supports protected from damage by molten metal; (b) doors on the top hinged to act as explosion vents to the outdoors when equipped with a closed top; (c) a positive means of preventing the accumulation of combustible gases in the air supply system when the air supply fails; and (d) a continuous open flame or other means of ignition maintained above the charging level of the cupola while the cupola is in operation and until all combustible material in the cupola is consumed.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 95.
96. (1) Subject to subsection (2), the bottom of a cupola shall be supported by one or more adequate metal props with metal bases and wedges supported on concrete or other solid footing.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 96 (1). (2) The bottom of a cupola shall be dropped only, (a) after a visual and audible warning signal has been given for at least three minutes; and (b) by having the prop or props removed by a winch or similar device operated from outside a wall or shield at the cupola or from another safe location.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 96 (2). (3) As soon as is practicable after a cupola is emptied, coke slag and unmelted metal from the dropping of the cupola bottom shall be removed by a mechanical rake or other mechanical means.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 96 (3).
97. (1) Subject to subsection (2), material to be charged into molten metal shall be free from ice or moisture.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 97 (1). (2) Subsection (1) does not apply where precautions have been taken to ensure that any resultant reaction will not endanger any worker.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 97 (2).
98. A completely enclosed vessel shall be broken open prior to its being charged into a furnace.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 98.
99. Where metal castings or scrap are broken by means of a dropping device, or similar device, a permanent shield of wood planking at least thirty-eight millimetres thick shall be provided to protect workers from flying metal fragments.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 99.
100. A container used for holding or transporting molten metal shall be dry before use.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 100.
101. The floor and any water system immediately surrounding a melting unit shall be so constructed as to prevent the accumulation of moisture under or near the melting unit.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 101.
102. Where molten metal is handled on a gallery, mezzanine or other area having any working space below it, the gallery, mezzanine or area shall have a solid floor that will prevent molten metal from leaking or burning through it and the gallery, mezzanine or other area shall have a solid barrier, of not less than 1.05 metres in height, on all exposed sides to prevent metal spillage from the gallery, mezzanine or other area.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851, s. 102. Logging